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KPJ 179C

1965 Triumph TR4A

Black Petrol 2138cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,873 mi
Last recorded82,873 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2014
Typical for 1965 Triumph TR4A31,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPJ 179C
MakeTriumph
ModelTR4A
Year1965
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,138cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2014 82,873 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 82,816 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN RACK JOINT .U/J..

Pass 21 Aug 2012 82,665 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 82,484 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

offside rear tyre worn to legal limit (1.6mm)

one broken stud at exhaust manifold.

rear fuel hose close to exhaust

Pass 1 Aug 2011 82,484 miles

offside rear tyre worn to legal limit (1.6mm)

one broken stud at exhaust manifold.

rear fuel hose close to exhaust

How Reliable is the Triumph TR4A?

Based on 11,256 MOT tests across 999 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
999
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 378
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 225
Horn not working 183
parking brake recording little or no effort 151
brake binding 144
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KPJ 179C is a 1965 Triumph TR4A in Black with a 2,138cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1965 Triumph TR4A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 31,967 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph TR4A fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KPJ 179C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR4A typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 61 years old, this Triumph TR4A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KPJ 179C?

You can check the full history of KPJ 179C by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KPJ 179C registered?

KPJ 179C is a 1965 Triumph TR4A, first registered on 4 May 1965.

Is KPJ 179C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPJ 179C shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KPJ 179C have outstanding finance?

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